Therapists in 45241
Sarah Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45241 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist, I recognize the impact that relationships, environments, and contexts can have on how we interact with the world around us.
We all experience challenges, stresses, and obstacles in life that can leave us feeling stuck, confused, or lost. I believe in creating a safe and accepting space for you to openly discuss the challenges that you may be facing, to assist you in gaining a greater sense of self control, authenticity and clarity within your life. You have the capacity to transform your own life, and I am here to help. If you have any questions for me, or would like to schedule your first session, give me a call!
As a marriage and family therapist, I recognize the impact that relationships, environments, and contexts can have on how we interact with the world around us.
We all experience challenges, stresses, and obstacles in life that can leave us feeling stuck, confused, or lost. I believe in creating a safe and accepting space for you to openly discuss the challenges that you may be facing, to assist you in gaining a greater sense of self control, authenticity and clarity within your life. You have the capacity to transform your own life, and I am here to help. If you have any questions for me, or would like to schedule your first session, give me a call!
Erin Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sharonville, OH 45241
I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy and have extensively trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
You and your partner just aren’t clicking the way you used to. More and more fights are going unresolved, or sometimes you choose not to bring something up because you don’t have the energy to deal with it. The distance between you keeps growing, and you feel even more alone. It seems like your partner doesn’t see you sometimes, let alone know what you actually want or need. Those sweet beginning days of your relationship feel like they happened to two different people. While you can remember what it felt like to be close to each other, it seems impossible to feel like that again.
I am licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy and have extensively trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
You and your partner just aren’t clicking the way you used to. More and more fights are going unresolved, or sometimes you choose not to bring something up because you don’t have the energy to deal with it. The distance between you keeps growing, and you feel even more alone. It seems like your partner doesn’t see you sometimes, let alone know what you actually want or need. Those sweet beginning days of your relationship feel like they happened to two different people. While you can remember what it felt like to be close to each other, it seems impossible to feel like that again.
Karla Tolbert
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCCS
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Most of my experience is in the areas of anxiety, depression, marriage/relationship issues, parenting, and self-esteem.
Let's face it, life can feel really dark at times. Everyone struggles with unwanted thoughts and feelings that seem to plague them. Everyone struggles with relationship conflict at some point in their lives. Most people believe that they are alone in their struggles, and they often believe that there is no answer and no way out. All of us want happy and peaceful lives with safe and nurturing relationships, but we often don't know how to create this kind of life. The good news is that these things are within your reach, if you are willing and ready to work hard to challenge yourself.
Most of my experience is in the areas of anxiety, depression, marriage/relationship issues, parenting, and self-esteem.
Let's face it, life can feel really dark at times. Everyone struggles with unwanted thoughts and feelings that seem to plague them. Everyone struggles with relationship conflict at some point in their lives. Most people believe that they are alone in their struggles, and they often believe that there is no answer and no way out. All of us want happy and peaceful lives with safe and nurturing relationships, but we often don't know how to create this kind of life. The good news is that these things are within your reach, if you are willing and ready to work hard to challenge yourself.
Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Sharonville, OH 45241
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Lynn R Crider
Counselor, MBA, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sharonville, OH 45241
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a focus on couples and marriage counseling; I am a level three Gottman trained therapist and certified in Discernment Counseling for married couples.
Some seasons of life are joyful such as the anticipation of a graduation, getting married or welcoming a new baby. Other times we find ourselves in a season of adversity and become overwhelmed by our circumstances. Profound disappointment sets in and we grieve our lost dreams and unmet expectations. During these more difficult seasons, we may develop negative beliefs about ourselves or the world around us that cause further suffering. It is my desire as a counselor to provide a compassionate space where one can wrestle with these negative beliefs and begin to see life through a more hopeful lens.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor with a focus on couples and marriage counseling; I am a level three Gottman trained therapist and certified in Discernment Counseling for married couples.
Some seasons of life are joyful such as the anticipation of a graduation, getting married or welcoming a new baby. Other times we find ourselves in a season of adversity and become overwhelmed by our circumstances. Profound disappointment sets in and we grieve our lost dreams and unmet expectations. During these more difficult seasons, we may develop negative beliefs about ourselves or the world around us that cause further suffering. It is my desire as a counselor to provide a compassionate space where one can wrestle with these negative beliefs and begin to see life through a more hopeful lens.
Natalie Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Are you looking to strengthen your relationship? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to create a space where relationships can learn to thrive. The approach I take in therapy is first and foremost a client-centered and strengths-based approach. Therapy is not ‘one size fits all’ so we will work towards your specific goals at your pace. I believe every client and relationship has innate strengths and abilities that will help them achieve their goals- I work to help you maximize those strengths and abilities.
Are you looking to strengthen your relationship? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to create a space where relationships can learn to thrive. The approach I take in therapy is first and foremost a client-centered and strengths-based approach. Therapy is not ‘one size fits all’ so we will work towards your specific goals at your pace. I believe every client and relationship has innate strengths and abilities that will help them achieve their goals- I work to help you maximize those strengths and abilities.
Counseling Center of Cincinnati
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Are you tired of suffering? We specialize in treating mood disorders, bad habits, relationship problems, insomnia, and grief. We use an empathetic. non-judgmental, and data driven approach to monitor progress. Our approach with families and relationships is to improve communication and empathy leading to more loving relationships. We are a teaching practice and are proud to offer lower fee options for people out of network.
Are you tired of suffering? We specialize in treating mood disorders, bad habits, relationship problems, insomnia, and grief. We use an empathetic. non-judgmental, and data driven approach to monitor progress. Our approach with families and relationships is to improve communication and empathy leading to more loving relationships. We are a teaching practice and are proud to offer lower fee options for people out of network.
Steve Stuhlreyer
Counselor, PhD, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Many individuals and couples in our communities are being impacted by mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, pornography and sex addiction. An increasing number of couples are struggling in their marriages and other romantic relationships. I am here to help. I have experience treating a wide range of mental health issues in individuals and couples over the last 15 years.
Many individuals and couples in our communities are being impacted by mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, pornography and sex addiction. An increasing number of couples are struggling in their marriages and other romantic relationships. I am here to help. I have experience treating a wide range of mental health issues in individuals and couples over the last 15 years.
Chad Ricks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sharonville, OH 45241
As a counselor, I often encounter hurting people who need help healing their emotional and relational challenges. People often get stuck in life whether it be their thinking or behaviors that keep them trapped and unable to move forward in living the life they want. We all face challenges in life that we need help in navigating that next step. Relationships can be difficult to navigate sometimes and we just want to know how to break free from the cycle we are in so that we can enjoy each other and life again without the stress of the past and concerns of the future.
As a counselor, I often encounter hurting people who need help healing their emotional and relational challenges. People often get stuck in life whether it be their thinking or behaviors that keep them trapped and unable to move forward in living the life they want. We all face challenges in life that we need help in navigating that next step. Relationships can be difficult to navigate sometimes and we just want to know how to break free from the cycle we are in so that we can enjoy each other and life again without the stress of the past and concerns of the future.
Candice N. Crowley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Candicely is a therapy space created for those ready to hear hard truths about themselves, engage in uncomfortable conversations, and come to terms with difficult realities. Candicely helps individuals break out of the boxes that limit their ability to reach their full potential and live a fulfilled life. Candicely focuses on the present, understands the past, but rejects the notion that the past has to control or define the future. Candicely offers individual counseling, life coaching, support services for blended families and co-parenting, couples counseling, support for life transitions, student services, & Christian counseling.
Candicely is a therapy space created for those ready to hear hard truths about themselves, engage in uncomfortable conversations, and come to terms with difficult realities. Candicely helps individuals break out of the boxes that limit their ability to reach their full potential and live a fulfilled life. Candicely focuses on the present, understands the past, but rejects the notion that the past has to control or define the future. Candicely offers individual counseling, life coaching, support services for blended families and co-parenting, couples counseling, support for life transitions, student services, & Christian counseling.
Ruth Ellerbusch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDRII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45241
I have specialized in the healing of trauma for the last 31 years through individual, group, couples work. My expertise is EMDR. After 18 years of using this tool I am still amazed at how profoundly and quickly clients heal from tremendous pain and struggles. EMDR is often considered to be used only and primarily for a discreet trauma like a car accident. In fact, however, EMDR is a tool that incorporates how the brain processes information every night during REM sleep. Since our brains have REM daily, EMDR is a magnificient way to address most of life's problems.
I have specialized in the healing of trauma for the last 31 years through individual, group, couples work. My expertise is EMDR. After 18 years of using this tool I am still amazed at how profoundly and quickly clients heal from tremendous pain and struggles. EMDR is often considered to be used only and primarily for a discreet trauma like a car accident. In fact, however, EMDR is a tool that incorporates how the brain processes information every night during REM sleep. Since our brains have REM daily, EMDR is a magnificient way to address most of life's problems.
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Debbie Woodall Carroll
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
It is hard to ask for help! I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and willing to grow personally. I help them understand they have more control in their lives than it may seem. I teach my clients to recognize their strengths and abilities which empowers them. I guide them in their decision making so they recognize what steps help them reach their goals faster and improve their quality of life!
It is hard to ask for help! I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and willing to grow personally. I help them understand they have more control in their lives than it may seem. I teach my clients to recognize their strengths and abilities which empowers them. I guide them in their decision making so they recognize what steps help them reach their goals faster and improve their quality of life!
New Leaf Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CDCA
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45241
I am licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with adults, adolescents, couples and families to navigate through life’s challenges.
I am licensed Professional Counselor who has worked with adults, adolescents, couples and families to navigate through life’s challenges.
Colleen Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
It's hard knowing where to even begin, right? Everyone thinks that you have it all together, but you’re feeling lost. You need to make some changes. But how? It can be exhausting to even get through the day. You manage so much - a career, home life, family, relationships, finances…the list goes on and on - but rarely do you put yourself at the top of the list. You're feeling the pressure of it all. This rapid pace has worked well for you and you’ve had your share of success, but it’s just not working for you anymore. Something has to give, but you don’t know exactly where to begin. Therapy can be a meaningful start towards healing.
It's hard knowing where to even begin, right? Everyone thinks that you have it all together, but you’re feeling lost. You need to make some changes. But how? It can be exhausting to even get through the day. You manage so much - a career, home life, family, relationships, finances…the list goes on and on - but rarely do you put yourself at the top of the list. You're feeling the pressure of it all. This rapid pace has worked well for you and you’ve had your share of success, but it’s just not working for you anymore. Something has to give, but you don’t know exactly where to begin. Therapy can be a meaningful start towards healing.
Heather Vandenbark
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharonville, OH 45241
My counseling approach focuses on helping you find hope and satisfaction within your life and relationships. I can help guide you to discover a way to heal from past traumas, to find hope in your relationships, yourself, and to get to a point where you are self-sustaining and able to move forward. If cost is a concern, please contact me directly as I do offer varying payment options and pricing. My belief is that cost should never prevent healing!
My counseling approach focuses on helping you find hope and satisfaction within your life and relationships. I can help guide you to discover a way to heal from past traumas, to find hope in your relationships, yourself, and to get to a point where you are self-sustaining and able to move forward. If cost is a concern, please contact me directly as I do offer varying payment options and pricing. My belief is that cost should never prevent healing!
Dr. Maria Espinola
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Dr. Maria Espinola is an award- winning, Harvard-trained psychologist who is passionate about helping her clients reach their full potential. She has successfully worked with clients from all walks of life, including prisoners, celebrities, athletes and Fortune 100 executives. Her work has been featured on a wide range of media outlets, including CNN, TeenVogue, Reuters, ABC News and the U.S. News and World Report.
Dr. Maria Espinola is an award- winning, Harvard-trained psychologist who is passionate about helping her clients reach their full potential. She has successfully worked with clients from all walks of life, including prisoners, celebrities, athletes and Fortune 100 executives. Her work has been featured on a wide range of media outlets, including CNN, TeenVogue, Reuters, ABC News and the U.S. News and World Report.
Counseling Center of Southwest Ohio
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sharonville, OH 45241
The Counseling Center of Southwest Ohio is proud to serve a wide range of areas across our great state, including the Greater Cincinnati Area. We specialize in providing timely and effective help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma. We are dedicated to helping you reach your goals, whatever they may be. We believe the key to personal transformation resides in understanding your personal journey so far and identifying the experiences that have shaped you. Our empathetic professionals will offer a listening ear, compassionate support, and targeted strategies to help you craft a new path forward.
The Counseling Center of Southwest Ohio is proud to serve a wide range of areas across our great state, including the Greater Cincinnati Area. We specialize in providing timely and effective help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma. We are dedicated to helping you reach your goals, whatever they may be. We believe the key to personal transformation resides in understanding your personal journey so far and identifying the experiences that have shaped you. Our empathetic professionals will offer a listening ear, compassionate support, and targeted strategies to help you craft a new path forward.
Hanna Stohlman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sharonville, OH 45241
As a counselor, my goal is to establish a warm and supportive relationship, free of judgment, and full of unconditional positive regard. By doing this, I take time to empathize with clients through their own eyes and collectively we develop an alliance and work towards goals as a team. I prefer to meet with the client first and then correspond the best theoretical orientation to the individual, couple, or situation. I believe that successful treatment needs to be personalized and that treatment needs to include and the environmental elements that are impacting the individual as well.
As a counselor, my goal is to establish a warm and supportive relationship, free of judgment, and full of unconditional positive regard. By doing this, I take time to empathize with clients through their own eyes and collectively we develop an alliance and work towards goals as a team. I prefer to meet with the client first and then correspond the best theoretical orientation to the individual, couple, or situation. I believe that successful treatment needs to be personalized and that treatment needs to include and the environmental elements that are impacting the individual as well.
Laura Holdcraft
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Blue Ash, OH 45241
You or your adolescent may be experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional sensitivity, relationship issues or difficulty focusing. I have extensive experience as a doctoral-level cognitive behavioral therapist and I believe helping individuals understand how their thoughts and behaviors contribute to intense emotions is key to mental health. Challenging unhealthy thinking and learning how to think differently can be very effective. I teach specific and diverse skills and coach people on using them in real-life situations. I often share behavioral management techniques to help clients gain control over repetitive or compulsive actions and reduce anxiety in feared situations.
You or your adolescent may be experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional sensitivity, relationship issues or difficulty focusing. I have extensive experience as a doctoral-level cognitive behavioral therapist and I believe helping individuals understand how their thoughts and behaviors contribute to intense emotions is key to mental health. Challenging unhealthy thinking and learning how to think differently can be very effective. I teach specific and diverse skills and coach people on using them in real-life situations. I often share behavioral management techniques to help clients gain control over repetitive or compulsive actions and reduce anxiety in feared situations.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.